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Long Live Rock "N" Roll

Lazarus Michaelides & Felipe Amorim

Join Laz & Felipe as they dive into the greatest Rock songs, bands, and albums of all time—exploring what makes the music so powerful and why the artists behind it truly matter. Whether you"re a lifelong Rock fan or just discovering the genre, our podcast unpacks the stories, sounds, and significance behind the best contemporary music of the last century.

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87. 'Rock 'N' Roll' - John Lennon (1975)

Long Live Rock "N" Roll ·

2024/11/25

In 1975, legally required to record 3 songs for borrowing lyrics, John Lennon set out on a cathartic project to put his own spin on a collection of rock ‘n’ roll classics from the 50s and 60s. In a chaotic studio environment, these 13 cover songs were produced by Phil Spector and represented a nostalgic trip down memory lane for Lennon in what would be his final solo studio album - recounting and recalling the music that inspired him before fame, fortune and beatlemania took over.Episode Playlist:

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86. 'Purple Haze' - The Jimi Hendrix Experience (1967)

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2024/11/18

From pioneering guitar effects like fuzz, distortion, and feedback to groundbreaking studio techniques, Jimi Hendrix’s ‘Purple Haze’ crafted sounds that redefined the guitar’s role in rock music. The song’s iconic opening chord and layered production pushed boundaries, while its sci-fi-inspired lyrics and spacey feel turned it into a psychedelic anthem. ‘Purple Haze’ pushed rock into experimental and heavier territory, inspiring a generation to explore bold, intense musical styles.#JimiHendrix

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85. 'Close To The Edge' - Yes (1972)

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2024/11/11

Yes’ ‘Close To The Edge’ was a bold, innovative leap that transformed how rock albums could be constructed - both musically and thematically. Its long compositions, technical prowess and depth of concept pushed the boundaries of rock music and inspired a generation of musicians to explore the more progressive aspects of Rock music. To this day, the album remains a pinnacle of what progressive rock could achieve and continues to be admired for its pioneering vision and legacy.Episode Playlist:

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84. 'Hair Of The Dog' - Nazareth (1975)

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2024/11/04

Nazareth's iconic 1975 album ‘Hair Of The Dog’ cemented their legacy in the Rock annals. The album became a commercial breakthrough, propelled by the timeless hits singles ‘Hair of the Dog’ and ‘Love Hurts’. The album's impact on hard rock and heavy metal, influenced bands like Guns N' Roses and Twisted Sister as well as popularising the power ballad. The album’s no-nonsense production and gritty, raw energy secured its place as one of the 70s best Rock albums.Episode Playlist:

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83. Jerry Lee Lewis

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2024/10/28

Jerry Lee Lewis revolutionised Rock 'n' Roll. He made the piano a lead instrument, fused genres, delivered high-energy performances and defied social norms with his image. Having influenced future artists and genres to such an extent, we take a look at his iconic ‘Great Balls Of Fire’ and a handful of his other hits which undoubtedly helped shape, innovate and pioneer the rebellious spirit of Rock 'n' Roll.Episode Playlist:

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82. 'The Great Escape' - Blur (1995)

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2024/10/21

In 1995, Blur released 'The Great Escape', an album that not only marked the height of the Britpop movement but also reflected the cultural and musical shifts of Britain in the mid-90s. Coming at the peak of their rivalry with Oasis in the infamous Battle of Britpop, the album saw Blur pushing beyond traditional Britpop boundaries, incorporating lush orchestration, genre experimentation, and character-driven storytelling. Though it became an instant chart success, The Great Escape also hinted at the

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81. 'The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan' - Bob Dylan (1963)

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2024/10/14

‘The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan’ marked a significant turning point in Dylan's career and folk music in general. Dylan's transition from traditional folk songs to original songwriting revolutionised folk music, introducing a new era of the singer-songwriter. The album's socially and politically charged lyrics addressed contemporary issues, influencing the Civil Rights Movement and anti-war protests. Its enduring popularity and influence on music, culture, and society established Dylan as the voice of

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80. 'The Colour And The Shape' - Foo Fighters (1997)

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2024/09/23

Following the success of the eponymous, grunge inspired debut album, Dave Grohl recruited Pat Smear and Nate Mendel to join the Foo Fighters and help him write the next record. Also enlisting producer Gil Norton to infuse some pop sensibilities into the album, 1997’s ‘The Colour And The Shape’ would go on to be one of the definitive post-grunge albums - bridging that gap between the distorted, heavy, dark characteristics of grunge and the anthemic, accessible, softer side of Rock..#FooFighters

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79. Fats Domino

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2024/09/09

Fats Domino was born in Louisiana on 26th February 1928 to a musical family. He enjoyed and was heavily influenced by the vibrant Jazz and Blues scene of New Orleans in the 1940s. Credited as one of the pioneers of Rock ‘N’ Roll, his music incorporated elements of boogie-woogie, R&B and traditional New Orleans Jazz - creating a sound that was both innovative and accessible! Episode 79 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3otfynMZ3ikSKUpIMpdOaK?si=ca20b30efe104c41 LONG LIVE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

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OASIS SPECIAL: 2025 Reunion Reaction + 'Morning...

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2024/08/30

Oasis are back! Having announced a multitude of dates in what promises to be the biggest live music occasion of the decade, Noel and Liam have put their differences aside to return and bring that 90s Britpop goodness back to UK audiences! We talk about the reunion and our thoughts on it! But first, 30 years prior to their 2025 tour… In 1995, Oasis departed from the raw, energy of ‘Definitely Maybe’ in favour of a much richer and complex sound. '(What's The Story) Morning Glory?' was significant not

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78. 'Face Value' - Phil Collins (1981(

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2024/08/26

In the wake of a 1978 Genesis World Tour, Phil Collins found himself alone and without his family - having been left by his then-wife who took their two children to Canada. Amidst the heartache and the uncertainty, Collins wrote and executed one of the most honest and emotional pop albums of the 80s. ‘Face Value’ utilises great production, genre-blending and emotional lyrics to portray Phil Collin’s feelings of the time - and what we got was one of the most introspective and heartfelt pop albums of

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77. 'Word Gets Around' - Stereophonics (1997)

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2024/08/12

As Britpop began to wane, certain British bands started to abandon the emphatic, polished sound that we were used to from Blur and Oasis in favour of a more gritty, energetic rock style. ‘Word Gets Around’ by Stereophonics is a very easy to listen to album that transcends both Rock and Pop individually and was one of those transitional albums that kept the ideals & attitude of the 90s, but added a raw and melodic personality that became synonymous with early 2000s British Rock.APOLOGIES: Laz's

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76. Covers vs Originals - Part 4

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2024/07/29

In these episodes, we aim to determine which type of song rules supreme: The Cover or The Original!Does writing the music and lyrics grant you immortality in having come up with the initial work? Or is it how you take those lyrics/music and develop it into something special that matters more?In our next battle of the ‘Covers vs Originals’ war, we take a look at 3 more covers chosen by ourselves and our listeners and discuss & debate whether it is better than the original.And so continues the

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75. 'By The Way' - Red Hot Chili Peppers (2002)

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2024/07/15

Following the success of ‘Californication’ and its corresponding world tour, the Red Hot Chili Peppers were in a good space when they began writing ‘By The Way’. John Frusciante was said to be back to his normal self and brimming with confidence as he co-wrote and collaborated with Anthony Kiedis.‘By The Way’ took a more accessible approach containing a lot more musical diversity than the Chili’s previous releases - departing from that heavy funk sound in favour of a more melodic and produced

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74. 'Aja' - Steely Dan (1977)

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2024/07/01

Delving into longer and more sophisticated music, Donald Fagen and Walter Becker experimented with various band lineups for each song on ‘Aja’ to craft and perfect their Jazz, Pop, Rock hybrid of an album. Mixing their own songwriting skills with the jazzy prowess of the likes of Wayne Shorter and Tom Scott legitimised Jazz in Rock and marked a significant moment in the relationship between the two.Episode Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5lMwSaREPbFf2eWm9plmWv?si=32e6859344e04e28LONG

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73. 'Use Your Illusion I' - Guns N' Roses (1991)

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2024/06/17

In 1991, Guns N’ Roses brought in a new drummer and keyboard player and, in an ambitious and confident statement to the music world, released ‘Use Your Illusion I & II’ on the same day. Following immense anticipation from the Rock world, ‘Use Your Illusion’ impressively spans multiple styles and genres; including: Rock, Blues, Metal, Punk and Classical elements - veering away from their dedicated, established Hard Rock sound of previous releases.In this episode, we take a dive into the mindset

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72. Iconic Solos - Part 1

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2024/06/03

The Solo. A single performer showing off his/her musical talent and skill. Adding an interesting, alternative part to a song’s structure and, potentially, giving the audience a passage of music unlike what the rest of the song entailed.Whether it’s a short-but-sweet 8 bars or an extended showcase that takes the listener on a long journey, a lot can be said in a short space of time with a talented human operating their instrument at the highest level.In these new topical discussion episodes, we take

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71. 'Powerslave' - Iron Maiden (1984)

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2024/05/20

Following the introduction of Bruce Dickinson and his success on ‘Number Of The Beast’ and ‘Piece Of Mind’, Iron Maiden were the ones to watch in the early 80s. Progressing and developing Heavy Metal from its British roots in the 70s into the newly established New Wave Of British Heavy Metal that the likes of Maiden, Saxon and Angel Witch were pioneering.In 1984, they presented us with an album boasting the same musical prowess as their previous albums, but with a maturity in the thematic concept

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70. 'In The Court Of The Crimson King' - King Crimson...

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2024/05/06

'21st Century Progressive Band'In 1969, a new Progressive Rock band stormed onto the scene. King Crimson made several appearances throughout the year and exposed themselves to large, attentive and accepting audiences with big, impactful live shows.Following this success came an album that would pioneer, innovate and lay down the foundations for Progressive Rock. ‘In The Court Of The Crimson King’ showed to the world exactly what this fresh, new Progressive Rock was and how you could take all the

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69. 'Band On The Run' - Paul McCartney & Wings (1973)

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2024/04/22

‘Winging It’Welcome to another episode of The Long Live Rock ‘N’ Roll Podcast - where we dive deep into the world of music and dissect iconic albums that have left an indelible mark on the industry. In this episode, we're turning our attention to one of the most celebrated albums of the 1970s: ‘Band on the Run’ by Wings.Having lost some of his musical credibility for his work post-Beatles amongst critics, Paul McCartney travelled to Nigeria, 2 band members down, to record an album that would restore

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